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Job Description Summary
The Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences (GMES) at Michigan Technological University is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking a scholar to develop a vibrant, externally funded research program in the broad area of engineering geology for geological and mining engineering. Applicants with experience and accomplishments commensurate with a higher rank may be considered for an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
The successful candidate will have earned a doctorate in Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline at the time of employment. Specific research areas of interest include but are not limited to geohazards, infrastructure assessment, geotechnical remote sensing, the application of data science and artificial intelligence in geomechanics and geotechnics, geohydrology, and dam design and monitoring. Successful candidates will demonstrate an interest in developing strong collaborative research and educational programs within GMES, with other programs within the university and with industry. Successful candidates will also be committed to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in geological and mining engineering.
Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply ().
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Teach required and elective undergraduate and graduate courses for the Geological Engineering program.
Develop and sustain an active externally-funded research program in geotechnical and geological engineering, including but not limited to infrastructure assessment, spatial modeling of natural resources considering various spatial scales and data types, analysis of geohazards, groundwater and contaminant hydrology, utilization of aerial/satellite-based remote sensing for data acquisition, or the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in data processing and modeling.
Publish research in peer-reviewed journals.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in their academic and research endeavors.
Contribute to the continuity and accreditation of the Geological Engineering program.
Participate in services at departmental, college, and university levels and externally.
Contribute to initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the department and university.
Integrate safety practices into daily activities and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
~A bachelor's degree in geological engineering or a related engineering field
~A Ph.D. in geological engineering or a closely related field
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
~Experience in academic research related to geological engineering or a closely related field
Desirable Education and/or Experience
~Previous experience in securing external research funding
~Professional licensure in engineering or a related field
~Practical experience in geological engineering
~Experience in teaching or instructional roles during postgraduate or doctoral studies
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
~Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research and publish peer-reviewed journals.
~Effective communication skills.
~Ability to teach courses related to geological engineering (e.g., Engineering Geology, Computer Methods in Geomechanics, Geotechnical Remote Sensing, Geostatistics and Data Analysis, Computational Geoscience, and/or Geoinformatics, or similar)
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
~Potential to develop robust, externally funded research programs.
~Ability to establish and maintain connections with industry professionals.
~Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.
~Expertise in applying emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence or machine learning in geological studies.
~Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
The work environment resembles a typical office and/or classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
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Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
